Interview and competition: World Cup goalkeeper Joe Hart on winning, grooming and parenting. Plus, win his signed England shirt and Hugo Boss fragrance

Thursday 12 June 2014 11:30 BST

Joe Hart takes on a new role as ambassador for HUGO BOSS.

England goalkeeper Joe Hart is known for his safe hands on the pitch. But family comes first for the star footballer.

He kicks off World Cup season with a chat about success, style and why he has to be a winner...

You are part of your national team. What does this mean to you?

I always supported England as a boy; I think it's great to support your national team. We're very lucky that we have such a talented country as far as football is concerned. It's a strange feeling, I wouldn't even know how to describe it. I've been there a long time now and it feels like another family, another team. It's something that I'm really proud to do.

What is your definition of success?

To win and keep winning - to be successful you have to win so that's the main thing for me.

Joe Hart as Hugo Boss ambassador

Joe Hart as Hugo Boss ambassador

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Tied up

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Suited and booted

Joe Hart takes on new role as ambassador for Hugo Boss

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Off pitch

Joe Hart looks dapper in a suit

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Scent

Tha latest Hugo Boss fragrance

Do you have any dressing room rituals?

I like to look and feel smart, right from walking onto the coach. I think it's important to feel good so that the football can take care of itself. If everything else is organised and ready to go then you're free to play football.

Has your upbringing had an influence on you?

I've always had people around me who will love me for me, regardless of whether the football went well or if I'd have had to go down a different route. I've always felt that no matter where I've been, or what I've been doing, I've always had that to fall back on, which is comforting.

Have there been any specific events in your life which have helped you get to where you are today?

There have been times where an opportunity has come my way. Sometimes you have to take opportunities and for me that's happened a few times, with injuries and openings and people taking chances on me. I got the opportunity to come to Manchester City, which is probably the biggest one so far, and the chance to play for England.

What have you learnt from being part of a team and how has that helped you in life outside the game?

You have teams on and off the field. You have your team off the field in terms of your family, friends and people that you work with, and then you have your team on the field. You have to give to receive and be there for people and hope that they do the same for you.

Do you have a piece of advice that you would share with a younger Joe Hart?

Enjoy what you do - you need to do it for the right reasons. Care about what you do and don't be afraid to show that you care.

What are your must-have products in your dressing room?

I always have face moisturiser, deodorant, fragrance and hair product.

Do you wear a fragrance before or after a match?

Both. I'll usually have a shower about two and a half hours before we leave on the coach for a game. I prepare for a game as I would for a night out - I always like to smell nice and look as good as I can so the football can take care of itself.

Do you have a favourite scent?

I've got quite a big selection. I like to wear all different fragrances. I’m wearing Boss Bottled Unlimited. It’s fresh and a modern take on a classic masculine scent. It give me an energising, invigorating boost.

Do you feel more prepared when you're well groomed?

Yes definitely. It settles you and takes it out of the equation so that you can focus on what you need to do.

How long do you spend on grooming each day?

I give myself 20 minutes before I need to be anywhere.

How would you describe your style?

It's very much my own and what I like to feel good in. I appreciate other peoples' style but I'm a different body shape so I wear what I feel comfortable in. It's 'me' - that's how I'd describe it.

You're wearing a suit today. How do you feel wearing a suit or tuxedo?

I used to hate it but you grow into different things and now I think it's cool, it's a nice way to look. You can add your own touch to it and that works for me.

As a footballer you have to lead a very healthy lifestyle. What do you do to stay healthy?

I work hard in training - I prepare before and afterwards because if I'm injured I'm no use to anyone. I also try to eat as well as I can.

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